Crossword clue
“Hit bit”
This clue appeared as 10-Down in the WSJ Crossword on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
LYRICLetters5
Starts withL
Ends withC
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Hit bit” ran in the WSJ Crossword on May 27, 2026 as 10-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with L and ends with C, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Hit bit” clue?+
The answer is LYRIC (5 letters), from the WSJ Crossword of May 27, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the WSJ Crossword.
How do I find other WSJ Crossword answers?+
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